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Sandra_S, Jun 2026
High energy with gorgeous surroundings
High energy excursion in such a beautiful place! Our entire family had a blast - from my 73 year old mom to my 22 year old son. The staff was very accommodating and made sure we were all safe, while still having fun. We got to ride over bridges , splash through puddles, visit a gorgeous waterfall, and ended with a magnificent dinner! Highly recommend this adventure!
Meredith_D, Jun 2026
Great your and guide!
Fantastic tour with Kenneth. He knew a lot about the animals and the park. We saw 2 kinds of sloths, 2 kinds of monkeys - including being the first to spot some so we were alone with them which was special because this park is very crowded with people. A few frogs, iguanas, agoutis, bats, crickets, and more. We went early and it was worth it.
Kristen_T, Jun 2026
My Family wanted to but I was scared!
We had an absolutely great time. Every team member was kind and serious about our safety. I was not looking as forward to this as my family but once the team got me excited I had the best time.
There were 3 dogs that we loved petting- Phillipé, Lucy, and Rocky Balboa. Our driver and number one fan of our family was so nice and helpful. Justin was great at showing us technique and what not to do! We rappelled down the platform at the end and got pictures from the paparazzi for us through out the trip.
Wear comfy pants or longer shorts. Wear shoes that can grip is it is wet. There is a locker for your items so that you do not have to carry it all with you. The food and drink were delicious. Safety was everyone’s man concern and we liked that. Super clean transport. Super clean restrooms. Water stops all over! Highly recommend.
Karen_L, Jun 2026
Well worth the money
We had an excellent experience on this Manuel Antonio National Park tour. The organizers provided very clear instructions beforehand, including exactly where to park and where to meet the guide. Thanks to their directions, we parked right in front of the park entrance and avoided all the parking scams and confusion outside the park.
They even sent us a photo of our guide, Saul, before the tour, which made it very easy to find him at the meeting point.
Saul was outstanding. He helped us spot an incredible variety of wildlife that we never would have seen on our own. Using his telescope, we were able to get amazing views of sloths, monkeys, birds, and other animals hidden high in the trees. He also helped us take photos through the telescope, which resulted in some of the best wildlife pictures from our trip.
Throughout the tour, Saul shared fascinating information about the animals, plants, and ecosystem of Manuel Antonio National Park. He was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and clearly passionate about his work.
This tour greatly enhanced our visit to the park and was absolutely worth the money. We highly recommend it, especially for first-time visitors to Manuel Antonio.
Chris_H, Jun 2026
Great!
Carlos Sanchez was great. He did everything! He explained how to be safe during our drive to the drop-in, he was our rafting captain, he made and servered delicious coffee, he taught us about their farm and even squeezed the sugarcane to give us a small cup of sugarcane juice.
He is superman!
And of course, the rafting was phenomenal for relative newbies, especially for the price.
Maggie_W, May 2026
This was a ton of fun!...
This was a ton of fun! Our guide was a great storyteller and we learned a lot from him. We got to sample a variety of fruits. My favorite was trying the fruit of a cocoa bean, it was really bizarre but deliciously sweet and refreshing. There was also a moment at the end where the whole group sat at tables and chatted over coffee and hot cocoa, which was lovely. The chocolate cubes were delicious and we bought a container of it from the gift shop.
It’s mostly shaded under the many fruit trees, but there are definitely stops where you’ll be in the sun. Wear sunscreen and expect bugs!
Troy_C, May 2026
This white water rafting...
This white water rafting experience was one of the highlights from our time in La Fortuna. Joseph was an awesome guide and ensured we had a fun and safe day on the river. The lunch after the rafting trip was delicious. All in all it was a great day and we would definitely recommend!
Michaela_K, May 2026
Incredible day
Amazing and must-do in La Fortuna. Was worried it would be touristy, but it is for a reason! We took our time down and made it to the waterfall in around 12 mins. We swam in the river and enjoyed the views for 40 mins or so, and then walked back up in 18 mins (with many stops on the stairs!)
Diomede_H, May 2026
Excellent adventure!
This was a wonderful adventure with many different things to see and experience. Our guide, Sergio, was excellent and had such a good eye for spotting wildlife. It was a fairly strenuous day and a few of the hanging bridges made us nervous, but if you are up for it we had an awesome overall experience!
Lilian_L, Apr 2026
Great trip with friends!
Trip was great but some things that would have been good to know is that this is A HIKE with some climbing and boulders. Closed toe shoes highly recommended. You will trek through a river and there is a short part where the water is deep enough that you will have to swim (they provide lifevests). Wear your swimsuit but be prepared to only be in the swimsuit of get your clothes wet! Not recommended if you have poor joints.
Stefanie_D, Apr 2026
Highly recommend, one of my favorite things we did while in Costa Rica. Pura Vida. 🤙🏼
I highly recommend this tour. My son is 8 and I’m 42. We had an excellent experience and highly recommend it. I would absolutely do it again without question. It was such a vibe. The crew is so friendly and fun. They are so welcoming and accommodating. The food was outstanding, so much better than resort food. There were people of all ages. Even babies onboard. Come as you are, bring a towel if you wish. We went in April and it was warm and sunny. We only got to see fish. But it was still worth the boat ride.
Johan_E, Mar 2026
Wild rafting experience
Wild experience! I have never tried white water rafting before, but had a great time. Our boat flipped over a few times, which for sure is a part of the fun, but be prepared to get a few (mild) bruises. The guide on our boat, Jorge, was very professional and set a positive vibe. The whole organising with transport back and forth from La Fortuna went smoothly.
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